Once Upon a Puppet is a game that succeeds more on its artistic merits and creative vision than its mechanical execution. It's a beautiful, atmospheric adventure that creates a unique and memorable world, even if the journey through it isn't always smooth.
Ghost Town is a landmark achievement in VR game design. It demonstrates a deep understanding of what makes VR special as a medium while delivering a compelling narrative and satisfying and extremely creative gameplay. It's not just one of the best VR games of the year – it's one of the best VR games period, setting a new standard for what's possible in the medium.
Steel Seed is a game of contrasts. Its stunning environmental design and ambitious premise are somewhat undermined by predictable storytelling and technical limitations.
Amerzone: The Explorer's Legacy is a faithful remake that enhances the original's strengths while remaining trapped by some of its limitations. The gorgeous presentation and expanded narrative content will make this probably the definitive version for fans of the original and at the same time an engaging experience for players who appreciate slower-paced, storytelling-focused adventures.
Finding Frankie is a creative and engaging horror game that successfully carves out its own niche in the genre. Its unique setting, solid mechanics, and strong presentation make for an memorable experience. However, it can be completed in around 90 minutes. So whole Finding Frankie delivers an entertaining and unique take on the mascot horror genre, just don't expect it to keep you occupied for more than an evening.
Drug Dealer Simulator is a niche title that won't appeal to everyone. Its core gameplay loop is inherently repetitive - source product, prepare deals, make deliveries, manage money, repeat. However, for players who enjoy management sims and can look past the technical limitations, there's an engaging game underneath.
Despite some minor pacing issues in its final act and occasionally simplistic puzzle design, KARMA delivers a memorable journey through the dark corners of human consciousness. It's a must-play for fans of psychological horror and anyone interested in games that push the boundaries of narrative storytelling.
Alien: Rogue Incursion might not be the nerve-shredding horror experience that Alien: Isolation was, but it succeeds on its own terms as an action-focused VR shooter. The combination of satisfying combat, engaging exploration, and strong character work creates an experience that's hard to put down once you start.
COLD VR demonstrates that having an interesting concept isn't enough - execution is crucial. The core mechanic of movement-based time manipulation needed more refinement to find the sweet spot between power fantasy and engaging challenge. The disconnected nature of the levels and settings makes it difficult to become invested in the world or story, while technical limitations and visual compromises on the Quest platform further diminish the experience.
The Tale of Bistun is a modest but earnest attempt to bring Persian mythology to life through interactive storytelling. Its greatest strength lies in its narrative presentation, particularly its excellent narrator who guides players through this tale of love and loss. While the gameplay mechanics are basic and the combat system lacks depth, the game's brief runtime prevents these limitations from becoming too problematic.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is a remarkable achievement in historical gaming and role-playing design. It successfully balances its commitment to historical accuracy with engaging gameplay systems that make you feel like you're truly living in medieval Bohemia. It's not just a great game - it's an experience that will stay with you long after you put down the controller.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter builds upon its predecessor's foundation while expanding the scope and refining the mechanics. The gorgeous art style, challenging combat, and engaging world-building create an experience that stands out in the crowded Soulslike genre. While the story might follow familiar beats, the execution and attention to detail make it feel fresh and compelling.
he Inheritance of Crimson Manor is a solid entry in the first-person puzzle adventure genre. While it doesn't revolutionize the formula, it executes its core elements with confidence and polish. The well-designed puzzles, atmospheric setting, and intriguing mystery combine to create an engaging experience that will satisfy fans of both puzzle games and atmospheric exploration.
ROBOBEAT's arrival on PS5 brings this unique rhythm-shooter to a new audience with style. Its blend of music-based combat, roguelike progression, and fluid movement creates an engaging experience that's both challenging and rewarding.
Eternal Strands is ultimately a game about hope in the face of devastation, about finding beauty in ruins, and about the choices we make when survival comes at a terrible cost. It's an experience that combines spectacular moments of grandeur with quiet periods of reflection, wrapped in systems that are both engaging to master and meaningful to the story being told.
Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection is a game with interesting ideas that doesn't quite realize its full potential. The monster-raising mechanic provides some tactical depth, and the central love story between Tama and Koko offers genuine emotional stakes. However, clunky combat, inconsistent AI, and technical issues hold it back from excellence.
Arma Reforger isn't just different - it's kinda revolutionary for console military gaming. Yes, it's demanding. Yes, it can be frustrating. And yes, you'll probably spend your first few hours feeling completely lost. But if you're willing to push through that initial barrier, you'll find one of the most rewarding military gaming experiences available on any platform.
While it’s not without its flaws—some frustrating jank during the grandest encounters and a cooldown system that needs better balance—the sheer ambition and spectacle of Skydance's Behemoth overshadow its shortcomings.
The House of Da Vinci VR represents a masterful translation of the original game into virtual reality. Rather than simply adapting the existing puzzles, Blue Brain Games has reimagined the experience from the ground up to create something that feels native to VR.
Squingle is a rare gem in the VR landscape – a game that takes a simple concept and elevates it through extraordinary presentation and thoughtful design. It's both a challenging puzzle game and a mind-expanding visual experience that demonstrates the unique possibilities of virtual reality.